Are Raisins Good for You?
Raisins are packed with energy and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Raisins are high in sugar, but when eaten in moderation, raisins can aid digestion, boost iron levels, and keep your bones strong.
Nutritionally, Is There A Difference Between White and Black Raisins?
Black and white raisins yield about the same amount of nutrients.
They are also low-calorie and contain antioxidants, fiber and minerals.
Can Cake Be Frozen?
Most cakes freeze well with or without frosting.
Wrap tightly and place in freezer for up to 3 months.
Cookie Cake Bars
Cookie Cake Bars
Ingredients
By Grandma
- 1 Cup Raisins
- 1 1/2 Cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 Cup Shortening
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 2 Cups Flour
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
For the Frosting
- 1/3 Cup Butter, softened
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
- 2 1/2-3 Cups Powdered Sugar
- 1-2 Tablespoons Milk
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350
- Boil the raisins in the water until the water begins to discolor and the raisins get soft, about 1-3 minutes.
- Scoop 3/4 Cup of the raisin water into a measuring cup and set aside the raisins in another bowl.
- Discard remaining water in the pan.
- Dissolve the baking soda in the 3/4 cup of water.
- Mix the shortening and sugar and then add the egg.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the soda water in a standing mixer. DO NOT OVERMIX.
- Add the vanilla and raisins and pour into a greased 9x13" cake pan.
- Bake for 20-25 min or until springy.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let cool.
For the Frosting
- Beat the butter until smooth and add the vanilla, powdered sugar and milk as needed.
- Spread onto slightly warm or completely cool cake.
Notes
Nutrition
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Samina @ The Cupcake Confession
I love how gorgeous these look and I am an absolute raisin fan so this cookie cake has my name written all over it! 😀
Sweet Basil
Yay!! Finally a raisin fan out there, haha!
M&MFASHIONBITES
Looks delicious 🙂
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Maria V.
Dani Mendocha @ Styled Variety
Wow, these look absolutely perfect for October! I will be adding these to my “to-bake” list for this Fall!
Sweet Basil
Hope you love them!
Lisa G
Looks and sounds delicious, I will be trying this very soon!
Sweet Basil
Thanks so much Lisa!
Karina
This cake looks delicious! I really like the idea of boiling the raisins so they aren’t dry in the cake!
Sweet Basil
It makes such a huge difference!